Pakistan, June 24 -- Brazil will look to seal a place in the World Cup last 32 when they face Scotland on Wednesday as the expanded tournament enters a busy phase featuring six matches per day. The five-time world champions remain strong favorites to advance from Group C, but Scotland arrive in Miami with hopes of reaching the knockout stage for the first time in their history. The result could play a major role in shaping the group standings and future matchups.

Brazil received a major boost ahead of the contest after head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Neymar has recovered from injury and is available for selection. The star forward has not represented Brazil since October 2023 and could make his first appearance of the tournamen...